Flatpak 1.18.2 Released as a Bug-Fix Update
Flatpak 1.18.2 is out with fixes for a system helper crash, sandbox extensions, portal file descriptors, and older GLib builds.
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NVIDIA 595.99 Linux Driver Improves Linux 7.0 Compatibility
NVIDIA 595.99 updates the Latest Production Branch Linux driver with fixes for Blackwell display corruption, black screens, suspend, and Linux 7.0.
Darktable 5.6.1 Improves AI RAW Processing and GPU Stability
The latest Darktable 5.6.1 bug-fix release improves AI model handling, restores better UI performance, and resolves multiple crashes.
Asahi Linux Nears Official Support for Apple M3 Macs
Asahi Linux says M3 support is almost ready for an official release, with webcams, microphones, USB 3.0, and Thunderbolt now working across the lineup.
Chromium Adds Experimental Flatpak Packaging Support for Linux
Chromium gains initial Flatpak support on Linux, though the implementation is still experimental.
FreeRDP 3.31 Released with Security Fixes, Faster H.264 Graphics
FreeRDP 3.31 is out with numerous security and bug fixes, plus faster graphics performance for AVC/H.264 Remote Desktop sessions.
LibreOffice 26.8 Released with New Paragraph Composer, Variable Font Support
LibreOffice 26.8 is now available with a new Paragraph Composer in Writer, native OpenType variable font support, Calc improvements, and better document compatibility.
Multikernel Linux Releases First Public Kernel Tree Based on Linux 7.0
The first public Multikernel Linux release lets several independent kernels run side by side on one machine with dedicated CPUs, memory, and devices.
Shadowfetch Linux 3.0 Launches Fireline for Safer AI Coding Agents
Shadowfetch Linux 3.0 “Umbra” introduces the Fireline safety system for coding agents, with sandboxing, checkpoints, MCP tools, and local AI features.
GrapheneOS Support Is Coming to Motorola Flagships in 2027
GrapheneOS says the first officially supported Motorola devices are expected in 2027, starting with higher-end flagship models.